Old Man's Oil-burst Shrimp (MeiTang Plaza Store)
江浙菜 · ⭐ 4.4
Shops 406–409, 4th Floor, Meitang Plaza, Jingxing Road
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Hangzhou, this restaurant is worth a stop for great food. This restaurant is located at Shops 406–409, 4th Floor, Meitang Plaza, Jingxing Road. It is a 江浙菜 place, and the flavors are varies by dish (start with the signature dishes). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Stir-Fried Beef with Yellow Onion, Crispy Fried Spanish Mackerel, Oil-Braised Giant Shrimp King.
If you do not eat pork, make sure to use Dragon Mate voice to clearly tell the staff “no pork” before ordering.
Restaurant guide
- City: Hangzhou
- Category: 江浙菜
- Rating: 4.4
- Address: Shops 406–409, 4th Floor, Meitang Plaza, Jingxing Road
- Popular dishes: Stir-Fried Beef with Yellow Onion, Crispy Fried Spanish Mackerel, Oil-Braised Giant Shrimp King, Spring Water Beef, Sea Urchin Tofu in Stone Pot
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Dishes
Stir-Fried Beef with Yellow OnionStir-fried Yellow Beef is a dish made primarily with yellow beef and vegetables. To prepare it, slice the yellow beef thinly, marinate it with seasonings to infuse flavor, then quickly stir-fry it together with garlic, ginger, chili peppers, and other ingredients to maintain the beef's tender texture.
Crispy Fried Spanish MackerelDry-fried hairtail is a Chinese dish using hairtail as the main ingredient. After cleaning, the fish is marinated with rice wine and ginger to remove odor, then coated in a thin layer of starch or flour and deep-fried until golden and crispy. The exterior is crunchy and fragrant, while the flesh remains tender and fresh.
Oil-Braised Giant Shrimp KingFresh giant shrimp stir-fried in oil with ginger, garlic, and scallions for a quick, savory dish with tender texture and rich flavor.
Spring Water BeefA dish featuring tender beef slowly simmered in fresh spring water, highlighting the natural flavor of the meat.
Sea Urchin Tofu in Stone PotStoneware sea urchin tofu is a dish featuring soft tofu and fresh sea urchin. Cubed tofu is simmered in a preheated stoneware pot with sea urchin and broth or water, allowing the tofu to absorb the sea urchin's umami. Minimal seasoning highlights the natural flavors.
Shaoxing Preserved Vegetable Fried RiceShaoxing preserved vegetable fried rice is a traditional dish made with fermented vegetables, rice, and meat or ham, stir-fried to create a savory, aromatic meal.
Old Man's Braised DuckA flavorful duck dish made by slow-cooking a whole duck in a rich, spiced broth with traditional Chinese herbs and seasonings.
Old Man's Crispy Fried Rockfish KingA crispy fried rockfish dish made with fresh fish, seasoned and deep-fried to perfection, known for its savory crunch and rich flavor.
Old Man's Oil-Braised River ShrimpA dish of fresh river shrimp stir-fried quickly with oil and seasonings, known for its tender texture and rich aroma.
Old Man's Oil-Braised Freshwater Shrimp KingFreshwater shrimp stir-fried in oil with aromatics and sauce, a flavorful dish from the old man's kitchen.
Fried Tofu Skin with Hangzhou CabbageA Chinese home-style dish made with fried tofu skin and Hangzhou cabbage, stir-fried or simmered for a fresh and delicate flavor.
Egg Yolk PumpkinEgg yolk pumpkin is a dish made primarily with pumpkin and salted egg yolks. Pumpkin is peeled, cut into pieces, and steamed or boiled until tender, then mixed with fried egg yolks to absorb their aroma and oil, resulting in a soft, rich texture.
Stir-fried Pork Liver with SauceStir-fried liver with sauce is a dish made by quickly stir-frying pig liver with a special sauce. After slicing and marinating, the liver is stir-fried at high heat with the sauce, resulting in a bright red color and a tender texture.